Accounting Specialist

At Pilgrim’s, Safety Is A Condition, which means the safety of our team members comes first – always.

Purpose and Scope/General

Summary:

The Accounting Specialist works closely with operations and accounting management, ensuring the maintenance of internal control procedures, standards, and compliance as they pertain to the Sarbanes‑Oxley Act, and adheres to generally accepted accounting principles.

• Processing credits, debits, re-bills and researching invoices.
• Researching accounts for receivables, activity, payments, deductions, credits, write‑offs. This includes maintaining all proper documentation in order.
• Communicating with customers on payment and billing issues.
• Logging product returns and verify disposition of returns.
• Communicating with Transportation partners on customer account issues especially COD accounts.
• Backing up other areas and departments as needed.
• Other duties as required by management and supervision.

• 2-4 years clerical accounting experience preferred.
• Must be able to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
• Must be able to examine and verify financial documents and reports.
• Must be able to prepare a variety of reports and analyses.
• Knowledge of SAP or comparable ERP system, Excel and Microsoft.
• Knowledge of modern office practices, procedures, methods and equipment.
• Knowledge of accounting and auditing principles and practices.

• Schedule:
  
  Monday – Friday with occasional weekends.
• Benefits:
  Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment.
• Paid Time Off:
  Sick leave, vacation, company observed holidays or any other statutorily required paid leave.
• 401(k):
  Company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule.
• Career Development:
  Continuous learning opportunities and a focus on career growth through various learning and development programs.